Green Island Ficus is not picky about soil conditions, fertilizer applications, or even regular watering, which makes it an excellent choice for both home and commercial landscaping. The Green Island Ficus, is a bonsai of the miniature variety. The Green Island Ficus is not to be confused with its larger, much more invasive cousins. The Green Island Ficus is much smaller and more slow -growing, and very amenable to pruning and taming that keeps it easily under control. The Green Island Ficus produces a small fruit called a “fig”. Even novice gardeners can enjoy this undemanding shrub type bonsai, which is slow growing and adaptable to a variety of growing conditions.